Singapore: Private Food Tour with 10 Tastings & 3 Cultures

Summary

Singapore’s flavors blend in Chinatown Little India Kampong Glam

You’ll taste your way across Singapore’s three cultural neighborhoods with a local guide — sipping teh tarik in Kampong Glam, sharing rojak in Little India, sampling dumplings in Chinatown. Between bites, you’ll catch city highlights and small moments most visitors miss. This is for anyone who wants to eat well and feel connected to Singapore’s everyday life.

What’s the experience like?

Honestly, I almost missed the start because my umbrella flipped inside out right as we reached Kampong Glam. Our guide, Li, just grinned and handed me a tissue — apparently sudden rain is “Singapore’s way of keeping us awake.” The air smelled like wet stone and something sweet I couldn’t place. We ducked under an awning and started with teh tarik, that frothy pulled tea. It was still steaming when I burned my tongue (Li pretended not to notice). You know how some drinks just taste better when you’re slightly damp?

Little India was next, and it felt like stepping into another world — bright marigolds everywhere, the clang of metal from a temple nearby. We tried rojak at this tiny stall where the auntie behind the counter gave me an extra scoop after I tried to say “thank you” in Tamil (I probably butchered it; she laughed anyway). The sauce was sticky and tangy and honestly I still think about that bite sometimes. Between stops, Li pointed out murals I’d never have noticed on my own — one had a tiger peeking out behind laundry lines.

By the time we wandered into Chinatown, the sun was back out and everything looked freshly washed. We tasted things I’d never heard of (still not sure what went into that last dumpling) but it didn’t matter — half the fun was just listening to Li talk about growing up here. There were moments when we just stood quietly watching old men play chess under a tree, which somehow felt as much part of the tour as any snack. The whole thing felt less like ticking off boxes and more like tagging along with someone who really loves their city.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Singapore's food and culture

• Visit Kampong Glam Malay-Muslim quarter
• Taste 10 authentic local foods and drinks
• Explore Little India district
• Try local classics like Tarik and Rojak
• Discover Singapore Chinatown cuisine
• Sample unique Singaporean food favorites

Top questions

How many tastings are included on this Singapore food tour?

The tour includes 10 food and drink tastings handpicked by your local guide.

Which neighborhoods does the private food tour cover?

The tour visits Kampong Glam, Little India, and Chinatown in Singapore.

Is this Singapore food tour suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, vegetarian alternatives are available if you let your host know your dietary requirements in advance.

Are infants or small children allowed on this private food tour?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are welcome.

Does the tour include drinks as well as food?

Yes, both food and local drinks are included among the 10 tastings.

Is public transportation nearby for joining or leaving the tour?

Yes, there are public transportation options available close to the meeting points.

Will we see any city highlights besides eating?

Yes, there are city highlights included between food stops during the tour.

What’s included

Your day includes ten high-quality local food and drink tastings across Kampong Glam, Little India, and Chinatown with a private English-speaking foodie guide. Vegetarian options are available if you message ahead about dietary needs. The experience is carbon-neutral and designed for small private groups only — so it’s just you and your guide exploring together between bites.